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Warmer, healthier homes
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Research from the Wellington School of Medicine and Health Sciences indicates that
warmer, drier homes, have a positive effect on the health and quality of life for the
occupants. The World Health Organisation recommends a minimum indoor temperature of
18°C.
The department for Building and Housing states that "Temperatures below 16°C can
contribute to a higher susceptibility to respiratory illness, and premature mortality.
Individuals vary in their temperature requirements. Age is an important factor as the
elderly can suffer from impaired regulation of body temperature. Infants also suffer
heat loss more rapidly as they have a high ratio of surface area to volume and an
immature system for regulating their body temperature."
As such, a dry, warm home
is therefore particularly vital for the very young and old. A heat pump is an
ideal solution to ensure optimum indoor ambient conditions are maintained for
maximum health benefits. |
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Improved air quality
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| Built in filtration systems offer a defence barrier from common allergen such
dust mites and pollen. This is particularly helpful for those suffering from
asthma or allergies. |
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| Humidity Control
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| A special “Dry” function in cooling mode enables an air conditioner
to combat excess moisture such as condensation and humidity. Less
moisture in the air means the home is easier and quicker to heat,
providing further savings in heating costs. |
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Cooling in Summer
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Apart from providing energy efficient heating in winter, heat pumps
can also be used to effectively cool a home in summer. The principle of
heat pump technology is just reversed at the push of a button, drawing
available heat energy in a room and “pumping” this to the outside. This
is why a heat pump is also often referred to as an air conditioner or
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| No oxygen consumption
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| Gas heaters need oxygen in order for gas to burn and release its heat
energy. This can cause stuffy rooms and condensation on windows. Heat Pumps
on the other hand do not need oxygen as they merely transfer heat energy
from one place to another. Heat Pumps enable you to create just the right
indoor environment tailored to your own personal preferences. |
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Environmentally sustainable with minimal carbon footprint
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The combustion process of wood burners causes fumes, soot and smoke, which provide
a major burden on the environment in terms of its carbon emissions. As the Heat Pump
does not burn anything at the heat energy source, there are no additional carbon
emissions other then the small amount of electrical energy required to run
the compressor. |
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| Safe for children
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| Unlike gas heating or wood burners, there are no flames or hot
surfaces that children can touch and burn themselves on. |
